Cuisine: Beans

Black Eyed Pea Dip

You've got to try this great and easy Black Eyed Pea Dip. Perfect for any party.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 12 Servings

Spicy Black Bean Quinoa Burgers

These Spicy Black Bean Quinoa Burgers are well worth the effort. These high-fiber, plant protein burgers are nestled on a kale salad with roasted chickpeas. I have to say, they are delicious. A high-fiber diet lowers your risk for colon cancer.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 5 Servings
Broccoli & Chickpea Salad

Broccoli & Chickpea Salad

I have to say, this Broccoli & Chickpea Salad is really delicious. It would be great to pack in your lunch and it will last a few days in the refrigerator. It's very light and extremely healthy! If only you could pack this in your kid's lunch..... 

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Fagioli Al Uccelletto “Tuscan Baked Beans”

These are the beans I served with the Italian-Style Slow-Roasted Pork Roast with Oranges & Onions . They go perfectly with it. You can use canned beans instead of soaking the beans overnight, if you want to make it easier. These beans are a typical dish from Tuscany, particularly in the Florence area.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 2 hrs
  • Yields: 8 Servings
Lentil Salad

Lentil Salad

Try this Lentil Salad. Lentils are a powerhouse of nutrition. They are a good source of potassium, calcium, zinc, niacin and vitamin K, but are particularly rich in dietary fiber, lean protein, folate and iron.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 50 mins
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings
Cuban Black Bean Soup

Cuban Black Bean Soup

Warm up with this hearty and delicious Cuban Black Bean Soup!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 3 hrs
  • Yields: 8 - 10 Servings

Chili con Carne

I have many recipes for Chili con Carne, but this is the one I use the most. You can also put it in a crockpot. I always serve it with cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions and corn bread.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 35 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings
Lemon Rosemary White Bean Dip

Lemon Rosemary White Bean Dip

Lemon Rosemary White Bean Dip is so good. It seems like hummus is taking over the supermarkets. It occupies a big piece of refrigerator real estate. Don't get me wrong, I love good hummus, but I am a bit sick of it. Here is a new dip idea that's fast and easy.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: Makes 1½ cups

Cassoulet with Turkey and Sausage

This Cassoulet with Turkey and Sausage is a rich, slow-cooked casserole originating in the south of France, containing meat, and white beans. The dish is named after its traditional cooking vessel, the cassole, a deep, round, earthenware pot with slanting sides. I made this to use up our leftover turkey. Instead of the bread crumbs on top, I put leftover stuffing.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings
Delicata Squash

Delicata Squash Stuffed with Sausage, White Beans & Parmesan

Having grown up in all four seasons, I always feel cheated living in Southern California. Over the long weekend, on our way back from the beach we stopped at a wonderful pumpkin patch. I usually buy acorn squash and make Acorn Squash with Sausage, Peas & Onions, but I decided to branch out and try the Delicata squash.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 50 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings